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South Korea's September exports reached an all-time high of $120.9 billion, with semiconductor exports crossing the $60 billion mark in a single month for the first time, according to figures released by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
The record export figure was driven largely by the semiconductor sector, which posted monthly exports exceeding $60 billion for the first time in the country's history. The milestone underscores the strength of demand for memory chips and other semiconductor products, which have anchored Korea's export performance amid the global AI investment cycle.
The $120.9 billion total for September represents the largest monthly export figure ever recorded by the country, according to the ministry's data. The previous monthly high was surpassed as chip shipments accelerated through the third quarter.
The ministry's announcement included charts illustrating the record export levels, published on its official channels.
The claim that September exports reached a record $120.9 billion, with semiconductor exports topping $60 billion for the first time, is True.
